Job description

The Families Learning Together Program (FLT) is a research-based parenting and life skills program with the educational purpose of enhancing the ability of young and/or expecting parents to improve their child(ren)’s lives by completing a high school education, improving job readiness, gaining life and parenting skills, and increasing their knowledge of child development.

The FLT Math Teacher works cooperatively with the Program High School Liaison and Science teacher to provide math education to fulfill graduation requirements and meet students’ individual Education Plan.

FLT is a Vermont Agency of Education Approved Educational Program providing low classroom ratios and high levels of wrap around services.

Key Accountabilities

Program Responsibilities

· Develop instructional materials, daily strategies, and instructional goals based on the Vermont Standards and the requirements of the participant’s sending high school.

· Work in close collaboration with the program HS Liaison staff and in consultation with the area sending schools regarding participants’ academic needs, syllabi, and materials.

· Contribute to the FLT/Montshire Museum of Science (MMS) partnership by attending meetings and collaborating to the development of the STEM curriculum to benefit FLT students.

· Provide classroom instruction and individual assistance, according to the curriculum developed with FLT staff.

· Implement a variety of assessment, observation, and evaluation strategies to provide appropriate class and individual instructional goals and instructional materials for each FLT participant.

· Participate in development of students’ Education Plans and attend related team meetings when needed.

· Maintain accurate weekly attendance records.

· Prepare credit reports for inclusion in student transcripts on a quarterly basis.

· Identify and request program materials and supplies, as needed.

Staff and Team Responsibilities

· Attend monthly FLT Reflective Practice meetings.

· Attend monthly Teachers’ meetings.

· Collaborate with other FLT Staff to meet students’ needs.

· Collaborate with other FLT Staff for program planning.

Other

· Follow confidentiality guidelines concerning all families and providers.

· Represent agency in the community, and identifying community needs as they interface with the agency.

· Comply with TFP personnel Policies.

· Other duties as specified by supervisor.

Professional Development

· Participate in and attend relevant trainings as per The Family Place policies.

Teamwork

The Family Place takes teamwork and being a good team member very seriously. Staff work in teams; therefore, being a team player is critical to our success. TFP employees are expected to adhere to the values of being a good team member, defined as:

· Having a positive attitude

· Sharing common goals and vision

· Being a good listener

· Having a mutual understanding of rules and structure

· Collaborating and working together for greater good

· Being flexible and willing to change and willing to reflect about the work

· Being respectful

· Being part of an environment that creates safety where opinions may be expressed

· Taking responsibility as a team member by being present

· Recognizing different styles of working, learning, and communicating

(Criteria generated and agreed upon by staff, June 2008)

Perform other duties as assigned.

Equity Statement

The Family Place strives to be a supportive environment and to continue to learn about and practice skills related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe space for our staff, board, clients, families, and community members and encourage a culture which holds us accountable without judgement. We are actively mindful of our practices and materials to ensure they are inclusiveand welcome feedback to continue this important work. It is our goal that all families have access to individualized resources and communication needed to provide services in the best ways possible

Position Requirements

· Ability to work efficiently, multi-task and set priorities with minimal direction.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

· Demonstrated ability to work with teens and young adults.

· Knowledge and understanding of the impact of socio-economic adversity on learning and wellness.

· Knowledge and understanding of the impact of trauma on learning and wellness.

· Teaching experience at the high school level.

· Work/life experience with Families Learning Together target population.

· Current Vermont Secondary Education License preferred.

· 18 or more college credits in Math.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Norwich, VT 05055: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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